The Renault Captur has finally landed in South Africa after quite a delay. Here’s how much you can expect to pay for the cute crossover.

The Renault Captur is one of the French brand’s more successful models, with more than 1.5 million sales in more than 90 countries since its debut back in 2013. A facelift in 2017 was introduced in 2017 along with a diesel-powered model.

Now the second-generation Renault Captur has touched down on local soil after quite a delay. The Coronavirus pandemic of 2020 and subsequent knock-on effects put a spanner in the works of many carmakers.

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What’s New?

The second-gen Renault Captur crossover looks fresh and modern, and the French carmaker says the crossover has SUV aesthetics and a useful ground clearance of 174 mm.

There’s a new engine on duty; a 1.3-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol with 113 kW and 270 Nm, which drives the front wheels via a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. A fuel economy figure of 6.6 L/100 km is claimed and there’s a 48 litre fuel tank. Renault claims a 0-100 kph sprint time of 9.6 seconds and the car has a top speed of 193 kph.

Renault is claiming the new Captur is more practical than its closest competitors, thanks to a boot space of 404 litres. The rear bench can slide 16 cm forward, allowing access to an additional 536 litres. Fold the rear seats down and 1 275 litres is available.

What’s on Offer?

The new Renault Captur is available in South Africa now, with a two-model line up called Zen and Intens. Both derivatives use an identical engine, with the key differences being features.

Customers will be able to choose from six exterior colours; Ivory White; Marine Blue; Mercury Silver; Oyster Grey; Passion Red and Ocean Blue. The Intens derivative adds a bi-colour option, with the roof colour being different to that of the body.

Renault Captur Grade Walk

Zen

7-inch driver screen with navigation

Easy Link 7-inch with Apple Carplay/Android Auto, Arkamys audio

2 USB, 1 Aux, Bluetooth input

Speed limiter / cruise control

Tyre pressure sensors

Daytime running lights

LED rear lamps

Front and rear parking sensors

Reverse parking camera

Automatic climate control

Multifunction steering wheel

Renault hands-free card with entry and ignition

Intens (the above content plus:)

9.3-inch driver screen with navigation

Easy Link 9.3-inch highres touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Arkamys audio

Wireless phone charger

Dual-tone body colour with diamond black roof

17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheel trim

Stitched leather steering wheel

Leather gear lever knob

Premium seats

Height adjustable passenger seat

Lane departure warning

Blind spot sensor

Heated steering wheel

Electronic handbrake

How much does the new Renault Captur cost in South Africa?

Renault Captur 1.3L Turbo EDC Zen R454 999Renault Captur 1.3L Turbo EDC Intens R499 999

The new Renault Captur comes with a 5-year / 150 000 km mechanical warranty, 3-year / 45 000 km service plan and 6-year anti-corrosion warranty. Service intervals are every 15 000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. Metal paint is a R2 999 additional cost.

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